A Guide to Teaching English in Cambodia

  • Capital: Phnom Penh
  • Currency: Riel (KHR)
  • English Teacher Demand: High
  • Salary (per month): US$ 700 to US$ 900
  • Standard of Living: Low
  • TEFL Courses in Cambodia: Available

Cambodia is a Southeast Asian country which has a dark but engaging history. Its capital and largest city Phnom Penh is the go-to-place if you want to delve into the cultural, political and commercial center of the country. Every first-time visitor falls under the spell and beauty of this fascinating country, making it a worthwhile place to practice your TEFL teaching skills.

Wages & Cost of Living in Cambodia

The cost of living in Cambodia is low, so the salary that you will be earning should provide for your most basic needs – and a bit more. For qualified English teachers who are native speakers, the range of pay begins at US $10 to $12 per hour. Naturally, the total will depend on the number of hours that you will work – but there’s plenty of English teaching positions to be had if you want it.

Requirements before Teaching Cambodia

You can make a career for yourself as an international English teacher in Cambodia by first earning your TEFL certificate. Afterwards, you can find a job in private language schools, colleges and universities. Positions for teaching business English should also be available.

Accommodation Facilities in Cambodia

If you're filling out a job position in a mid-sized school in Cambodia, they should help find a teacher's accommodation for you. If not, you can take advantage of home-stay arrangements, book a room at a local hotel or one of the local villas near where you teach.

Getting Started: TEFL Courses in Cambodia

More than just the salary that you will earn and the chance to establish an international English-teaching career for yourself, it is the opportunity to help the country rebuild which is most fulfilling when you choose to TEFL certification course in Cambodia. While the populace is still recovering from its dark past, you can do your share in helping uplift the lives of the locals by sharing your professional skills as a TEFL teacher in Cambodia.

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